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Jun 07, 2024 Resources

FIRA presents latest industry state of play report

The Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA) has resumed the publication of its annual Statistics Digest for the UK Furniture Industry, and is…

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Jun 07, 2024 News

Dunelm non-exec director to step down

Arja Taaveniku, an independent non-executive director at Dunelm, has informed the retailer's board of her decision to step down as a director at the…

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Jun 07, 2024 News

Last chance to vote in the 2024 Readers' Choice Awards

Today (Friday 7th June) is the closing date for this year's Readers' Choice Awards, Furniture News' invitation to the trade to nominate the suppliers…

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Jun 07, 2024 News

BIRA leads £1b independent retailer claim against Amazon

A £1b damages claim will be filed today against Amazon on behalf of retailers selling on Amazon’s UK marketplace for, says the claimant, illegally…

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NEWS


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Jun 07, 2024 News

Dunelm non-exec director to step down

Arja Taaveniku, an independent non-executive director at Dunelm, has informed the retailer's board of her decision to step down as a director at the…

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Jun 07, 2024 News

Last chance to vote in the 2024 Readers' Choice Awards

Today (Friday 7th June) is the closing date for this year's Readers' Choice Awards, Furniture News' invitation to the trade to nominate the suppliers…

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Jun 07, 2024 News

BIRA leads £1b independent retailer claim against Amazon

A £1b damages claim will be filed today against Amazon on behalf of retailers selling on Amazon’s UK marketplace for, says the claimant, illegally…

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Jun 05, 2024 News

IKEA recruiting for in-game virtual store

IKEA UK and Ireland is opening a new 'store' on gaming platform Roblox, enabling players to experience working in a virtual IKEA universe.


EVENTS


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Jun 06, 2024 Event Preview

Midlands tug of war charity event calls for entrants

On Saturday 3rd August, The Furniture Makers’ Company’s Midlands Region will host the Midlands Tug of War Tournament & Family Fun Day at Long Eaton…

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Jun 03, 2024 Event Preview

Discover the best of British at MFS

Britain is well known for producing high-quality furniture, and the brands at this year’s Manchester Furniture Show (MFS) reflect this – as the UK’s…

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May 31, 2024 Event Preview

Component expo looks to growth in 2025

Having concluded a successful first edition, the Furniture Component Expo, organised by trade association British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM), will…

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May 29, 2024 Event Preview

Furniture Makers to focus on ecodesign at next sustainability event

The Furniture Makers’ Company is hosting its next sustainability event focused on the issues surrounding ecodesign, including the implications of the…


PROFILES


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May 31, 2024 Profiles

Maxi Mover gets furniture businesses on the road

Furniture transport specialist Maxi Mover is the preferred choice of many of the UK’s top transport, distribution and logistics companies, offering…

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May 16, 2024 Profiles

TRL Handmade Furniture – crafting homes with a personal touch

In the heart of Nottingham, TRL Handmade Furniture stands tall as an award-winning furniture manufacturer renowned for its bespoke creations …

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May 08, 2024 Profiles

Rauch elevates design and delivery

Thanks to a swathe of new models and vastly improved delivery methods, German bedroom furniture specialist Rauch is going from strength to strength…

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Apr 17, 2024 Profiles

Winner: The Furniture Awards 2024 (Superior Service)

A technical agency specialising in web-based business solutions, Iconography boasts a growing roster of satisfied customers, and its recent project…


INTERVIEWS


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Jun 06, 2024 Interviews

Getting personal: Steve Adams, Mattress Online

Steve is the CEO of Rotherham-based Mattress Online, one of the UK’s leading online mattress retailers. The business, which is celebrating its 20th…

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Jun 05, 2024 Interviews

Generative AI’s role in the furniture industry

Since generative AI hit the mainstream in early 2023, many furniture companies have grappled with how (if at all) to implement the tool in their…

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May 07, 2024 Interviews

Michael Tyler’s home run

Thanks to a change of heart and some serious financial backing, Hastings-based premium upholstery brand Michael Tyler Furniture (MTF) is looking at a…

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May 02, 2024 Interviews

Tony Pearson – inspiring others in recovery

In 2022, an accident at home left Tony Pearson, director of sales at furniture fulfilment specialist BJS Distribution, paralysed from the neck down.…


TRENDS


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May 07, 2024 Trends

Exploring cutting-edge furniture trends in commercial spaces

Commercial interior design is more than just aesthetic choices – it’s about shaping the functionality and atmosphere of workspaces, writes Amy Wilson…

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May 07, 2024 Trends

Report reveals declining sofa trends

The Sofa Retailers Report by Salience Search Marketing has assessed the current industry trends and what consumers search for by analysing 11 crucial…

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Feb 15, 2024 Trends

Dreams' Fabio Perrotta talks trends

Looking for a steer on the upcoming (and outgoing) furniture and interiors trends? In January's issue, Fabio Perrotta, Dreams' director of…

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Feb 02, 2024 Trends

Oak Furnitureland's Elena Mellowes talks upcoming trends

Looking for a steer on the upcoming (and outgoing) furniture and interiors trends? In January's issue, Elena Mellowes, the head of buying at Oak…


PRODUCTS


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May 30, 2024 Products

Pretty in plywood

Kobi by Konk is a new piece of furniture that showcases some of the best in contemporary British design. Commissioned by luxury interior retailer…

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May 29, 2024 Products

Designer Sofas scales up with Sci-Net

The Designer Sofas Group, a furniture supplier working with premium brands from Italy, has experienced streamlined business processes and automation…

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May 23, 2024 Products

Discover Libra at upcoming open day

Libra is one of Britain's most respected home interiors brands. Now in its sixth decade, the family-owned business designs and imports refined,…

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May 23, 2024 Products

The house that James Latham built

In 2023, James Latham, one of the UK’s leading distributors of timber, panels, and decorative products, was involved in an original UK design project…

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